Assignment

Please read: Why did Wal-Mart Fail in Germany in Week 3 materials on Canvas and answer the following questions:

Wal-Mart entered  the German market in 1997 with the acquisition of the Wertkauf chain.  Wal-Mart expanded its operations in Germany in 1998 when it acquired the Spar chain of discount stores.  Despite these acquisitions and the ready start they gave the company, Wal-Mart stumbled badly in the market, and ultimately withdrew in 2007.

1. What contributed to Wal-Mart CEO Rob Tairk's failure to successfully lead Wal-Mart's German operations?  Do you think Wal-Mart should have appointed a German citizen to run the stores in Germany?  What challenges might a German leader have faced?

2. How does culture affect companies? Why did Wal-Mart have such a difficult time connecting with consumers in Germany? 

3. What could Wal-Mart have done to better meet the needs of German consumers?

Note: Your answer should be about a page double spaced.